Poltava Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Poltava, Ukraine in January.

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Poltava Kremenchuk Myrhorod Svitlovodsʼk

Planning a getaway to Poltava, Ukraine this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Poltava in January

Poltava, Ukraine is a region in Ukraine. January in Poltava generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Poltava. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Poltava, Ukraine, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 47 mm (1.9 in) in Poltava.

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Best Places to Visit in Poltava in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Poltava

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Poltava, Ukraine?

Temperature range in Poltava (January)

Precipitation variation in Poltava (January)

Poltava

In January Poltava generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Poltava →

Kremenchuk

In January Kremenchuk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kremenchuk →

Myrhorod

In January Myrhorod generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Myrhorod →

Svitlovodsʼk

In January Svitlovodsʼk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Svitlovodsʼk →

Kam”yani Potoky

In January Kam”yani Potoky generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kam”yani Potoky →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Poltava, in Ukraine.

In our records: Ukraine January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Ukraine in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Ukraine dropped to -34°C (-29°F) in Brovary on January 8, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Poltava in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Poltava 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Kremenchuk 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Myrhorod -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Svitlovodsʼk 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Kam”yani Potoky 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Khorol 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

Poltava weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Poltava, Ukraine in January?

Expect poor weather across Poltava, Ukraine in January. The popular destination of Poltava averages 0°C (32°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Poltava, Ukraine in January?

Average temperatures in Poltava, Ukraine during January range from a nighttime low near -6°C (21°F) to a daytime high around 0°C (32°F) in Poltava.

Does Poltava, Ukraine get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in Poltava, Ukraine. Poltava averages only about 47 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Poltava, Ukraine?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Poltava, Ukraine due to the typically poor weather in Poltava.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Poltava. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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